Olivia Dunn
About Olivia Dunn
Olivia Dunn is an Outreach Communications Specialist at the Urban Institute, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in political science and public policy, with previous experience at organizations such as POLITICO and Invisible Hand.
Work at Urban Institute
Olivia Dunn has served as an Outreach Communications Specialist at the Urban Institute since 2021. In this role, she engages key stakeholders through strategic email outreach and government affairs initiatives. Dunn has been instrumental in enhancing the visibility of the Urban Institute's research among policymakers and other stakeholders. Her work supports the organization's mission to inform and improve public policy through research.
Previous Experience
Before her current position, Olivia Dunn worked at POLITICO as an Account Executive from 2019 to 2021. She also held the role of Education Policy Director at the UNC Student Government Executive Branch from 2018 to 2019. Earlier in her career, she interned at Invisible Hand as an Impact Strategy + Production Intern in 2018 and at SEPHORA as a Social Impact and Sustainability Intern in 2017. Additionally, she interned at Warm Heart Worldwide, Inc. in 2016 and worked as a Photography Assistant at Lifetouch in 2013.
Education and Expertise
Olivia Dunn earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, majoring in Political Science and Public Policy with a minor in Business Administration. Her studies spanned from 2015 to 2019. She also attended the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, where she completed her Business Administration minor during the same period. Dunn's educational background equips her with a strong foundation in policy analysis and strategic communication.
Leadership Roles
During her time at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Olivia Dunn served as President of the UNC Loreleis from 2016 to 2019. In this leadership role, she was responsible for guiding the organization and overseeing its activities. Her involvement in student government and various internships highlights her commitment to public service and community engagement.
International Experience
Olivia Dunn gained international experience while interning at Warm Heart Worldwide, Inc. in Phrao, Thailand, in 2016. This role involved public relations and microenterprise initiatives, providing her with insights into global social impact strategies. This experience complements her domestic work in outreach and communications.